MSL50122 Diploma of Laboratory Technology
Gain complex skills in laboratory technologies
Prepares you for work in a diverse range of industries; you'll learn to use laboratory application software, plan and conduct laboratory/field work and communicate and provide information to customers.
This course is low fee* for residents of Western Australia and temporary residents holding certain visa types. An annual fee cap of $400 for those aged 15-24 or concession holders or $1,200 for everyone else, applies to this course. Some eligibility conditions apply for the low fee training and other fees may apply for some courses. Please refer to the FAQs(opens in a new tab) for more information.
*Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the low fee training.
Overview
Campus East Perth
When Semester 1, 2025 | Semester 2, 2024
How On campus
Gain complex skills in laboratory technologies
This course will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge you need to use laboratory application software, plan and conduct laboratory/field work and communicate and provide information to customers. You will also be able to specialise in a diverse range of industries including chemical, medical and pathological, mining, biological, and environmental fields.
- Analyse, process and interpret data
- Report results
- Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes
I have the following attributes:
- A strong interest in science and chemistry
- Able to adhere to workplace safety standards
- Good communication skills and able to work as part of a team
- Normal colour vision
Important information
Select your preferred campus and apply
Semester 1, 2025
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $1,200.00 + Resource fee $970.00 )
(Tuition fee* $400.00 + Resource fee $970.00 )
Half price fees
The Lower fees, local skills (half price) discount and fee caps have been applied to the Tuition Fee total displayed under Course Fees. Tuition Fee capping is not reflected in the fees displayed when looking at the cost per unit. Please note that fee caps only apply to the calendar year, so multi-semester courses across more than one calendar year may have a higher fee. See the Half price courses page for more details.
Lower fees, local skills are available to residents of Western Australia, and temporary residents holding certain visa types. They are not available for people living outside of Western Australia, or international students. Full eligibility details are available on our Half price courses page.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
T 1300 300 822
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Units
Core
National ID | Unit title |
---|---|
MSL924005 | Process and interpret data |
MSL924006 | Use laboratory application software |
MSL934008 | Maintain instruments and equipment |
MSL934009 | Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes |
MSL935008 | Monitor the quality of test results and data |
Elective
National ID | Unit title |
---|---|
MSL944002 | Maintain laboratory or field workplace safety |
MSL954005 | Prepare mineral samples for analysis |
MSL973027 | Perform techniques that prevent cross-contamination |
MSL973028 | Perform microscopic examination |
MSL974016 | Perform physical and mechanical tests |
MSL974031 | Prepare, standardise and use solutions |
MSL974032 | Perform chemical tests and procedures |
MSL974034 | Perform biological procedures |
MSL975062 | Perform microbiological tests |
MSL975063 | Perform haematological tests |
MSL975066 | Apply routine chromatographic techniques |
MSL975067 | Perform complex tests to measure chemical properties of materials |
MSL975069 | Apply routine spectrometric techniques |
Semester 2, 2024
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $1,200.00 + Resource fee $970.00 )
(Tuition fee* $400.00 + Resource fee $970.00 )
Half price fees
The Lower fees, local skills (half price) discount and fee caps have been applied to the Tuition Fee total displayed under Course Fees. Tuition Fee capping is not reflected in the fees displayed when looking at the cost per unit. Please note that fee caps only apply to the calendar year, so multi-semester courses across more than one calendar year may have a higher fee. See the Half price courses page for more details.
Lower fees, local skills are available to residents of Western Australia, and temporary residents holding certain visa types. They are not available for people living outside of Western Australia, or international students. Full eligibility details are available on our Half price courses page.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
T 1300 300 822
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Units
Core
National ID | Unit title |
---|---|
MSL924005 | Process and interpret data |
MSL924006 | Use laboratory application software |
MSL934008 | Maintain instruments and equipment |
MSL934009 | Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes |
MSL935008 | Monitor the quality of test results and data |
Elective
National ID | Unit title |
---|---|
MSL944002 | Maintain laboratory or field workplace safety |
MSL954005 | Prepare mineral samples for analysis |
MSL973027 | Perform techniques that prevent cross-contamination |
MSL973028 | Perform microscopic examination |
MSL974016 | Perform physical and mechanical tests |
MSL974031 | Prepare, standardise and use solutions |
MSL974032 | Perform chemical tests and procedures |
MSL974034 | Perform biological procedures |
MSL975062 | Perform microbiological tests |
MSL975063 | Perform haematological tests |
MSL975066 | Apply routine chromatographic techniques |
MSL975067 | Perform complex tests to measure chemical properties of materials |
MSL975069 | Apply routine spectrometric techniques |
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